History is everywhere in the Hudson Valley and varied enough to keep every history lover interested and engaged. From Early American to architectural and from natural to military, history is alive and easy to connect with in the Hudson Valley.
Historic Huguenot Street is a National Historic Landmark District that contains 49 properties detailing a unique American history.
The Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome is a four-building, living museum of antique aviation, air shows, and airplane rides.
The Hudson-Athens Lighthouse on the Hudson River between Athens and Hudson was built in 1874 to guide ships on the Hudson River.
Madam Brett was a notable figure in 18th-century Dutchess County, recognized as a successful businesswoman and influential figure.
The Holocaust Museum & Center for Tolerance and Education encourages critical thinking, moral awareness, and the bravery to take action.
The Charlton Street Gang was a group of pirates that raided the Hudson River, targeting river traffic and nearby farms.
Located in the Catskill Mountains, the Empire State Railway Museum brings the history of railroads, their people, and the towns to life.
The Irish American Heritage Museum is dedicated to documenting and presenting the history and heritage of the Irish experience in America.
The Senate House State Historic Site reflects Dutch life in the 18th century. It was the meeting place for the original NYS Senate.
The vintage Poughkeepsie tour is like uncovering a time machine that transports you back a hundred years to a time that will never be again.
The Museum of Firefighting is the nation’s foremost repository of firefighting history, offering sheer depth and authenticity.
Jack Legs Diamond was a gangster, mobster, prohibition-era bootlegger, and, for many, a real-life Hudson Valley celebrity.
